By Maureen Sullivan
Cowes Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society (CAODS) continues its run of ‘Natural Causes’, by Eric Chappell at Trinity Theatre, with final shows taking place today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday). ‘Natural Causes’ is a black comedy about a professional suicide provider, and a straying husband. With twists and turns at every page, comedy abounds. Book on-line at iw.observer/natural-causes-tickets or 295229.
‘Deathtrap’, by the Apollo Players, is staged from today (Friday) until April 12 at the Apollo Theatre. This classic thriller keeps audiences on the edge of their seats; a roller-coaster ride that amuses and terrifies, a sharply funny play full of twists and turns that keep an audience enthralled. Tickets can be found at iw.observer/deathtrap-tickets or 210010.
Niton Playbox’s ‘Run, Rabbit Run’ returns to Niton Village Hall from tonight until Sunday, April 6. Celebrating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, it captures the hardship and suffering, the camaraderie and wartime spirit and the wonderful music of the era. Tickets via iw.observer/run-rabbit-run-tickets.
The Island Savoyards are at Shanklin Theatre, with a real Easter family treat: ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ from April 17-21. Step into a world of “pure imagination” in Willy Wonka’s extraordinary factory! From cascading chocolate waterfalls to mischievous Oompa Loompas, and the gravity-defying glass elevator, this show promises thrills throughout. Tickets can be bought from iw.observer/chocolate-factory-tickets.
Phew! More next month!
Isle of Wight Observer